Sony MDR XB550AP vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB550AP and Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB550AP vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 20.4 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 4.8 cm
Weight 180 g 290.3 g Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than Sony MDR XB550AP headphones.
Colour Black | Red | White | Green | Blue Light grey | Matte black
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB550AP Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB550AP offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2.
Sensitivity 102 dB/mW -
Impedance 24 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 115 dB
Diaphragm PET - 30 mm 40 mm Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB550AP Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB550AP Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Controls Answer/end Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Sony MDR XB550AP Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Cable Type Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony MDR XB550AP Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Cortana
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB550AP Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB550AP Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Included Accessories - Carrying case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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